Classes

Classes combine elements of modern dance, ballet, social dancing & improvisation to create an enjoyable, stimulating non-pressured artistic experience. Presented in association with the Mark Morris Dance Group. Open to all; no dance experience is necessary.

Participants are empowered to explore movement and music in ways that are refreshing, enjoyable, stimulating, and creative. Presented in association with the Mark Morris Dance Group. Open to all; no dance experience is necessary.

Come and join our PD Active chorus, The Tremolos, led by Oakland music teacher and director Lauren Carley. Learn breath control, pronunciation and new songs; improve your speaking and sing! We have a lot of fun. Open to all.

Be Heard! (Holistic speechwork for Parkinson’s)– ThursdaysJewish Community Center of the East Bay – Berkeley Branch, 1414 Walnut St., Berkeley

A full voice class for Parkinson’s taught by Kaitie Ty Warren that includes games, exercises, and tons of breath! Level 1 & Level 2. Play games to sharpen your communication skills, take off the Parkinson’s mask, learn to direct your sound, connect with others, learn to improve your mood by using your voice. Join anytime.

Whether you find floor Yoga difficult or uncomfortable, or just prefer sitting in a chair to standing and getting down to the floor — this is the class for you. The class offers yoga movements that target posture, rigidity, slowness of movement, and flexibility. The class taught by Petra Fibrichova includes both mindful breathing practices and breath and body-centered meditation to help counter the effects of stress, anxiety and mood changes often associated with PD.

This class taught by Petra Fibrichova includes strong, aerobic, repetitive movements in sitting, standing and reclined positions to improve flexibility balance and strength. It is designed specifically to push back against the symptoms of PD – postural issues, gait changes, voice camaraderie make the class fun and engaging.

Rock Steady Boxing is the first program in the country dedicated to using boxing to condition for optimal agility, speed, muscular endurance, accuracy, hand-eye coordination, footwork, and overall strength to defend against the opponent — Parkinson’s. Coach Daniel Burkhardt teaches exercises varying in purpose and form that share one common trait: they are rigorous and intended to extend the perceived capabilities of the participant.